Insurance Regulation

Regulatory: Auger GDPR Warning to Companies Using Legacy Systems

Leading insurance tech specialist Auger is calling for increased protection of data across the industry almost a year after the introduction of GDPR. Neil Wilks, Head of Tech for Auger, said: “Customer data should be […]

InsureTech

InsurTech: How SaaS Can Help Insurers Suss Out Property Risk

This article takes a look at how Software As A Service can really help insurers understand the ever-increasing amounts of data that surround the property market. By Richie Toomey, Head of Analytics GIS, LexisNexis Risk Solutions […]

News

Thatcham Welcomes Moves to Issue New Cars with Cyber Security Ratings

A consultation between 5StarS and the automotive industry on a new vehicle cybersecurity rating scheme has been welcomed by Thatcham Research. The consortium, a UK government funded project, which brings together key research bodies (HORIBA […]

Opinion

Opinion: Fake Goods Can Often Carry a High Insurance Risk Factor

This latest Opinion piece by Richard Houseago, Head of Property Risks and Coverage Team at Keoghs, looks at the risks surrounding counterfeit goods for insurers and businesses alike, within the commercial sector. Depending on the […]

Insurance Brokers

Broker News: Cyber Risk Cover for German Rail Companies Via DVA/Cylus

Deutsche-Verkehrs-Assekuranz-Vermittlungs-GmbH, the insurance broker for rail in Germany, created an innovative insurance policy to address the growing threat of cyber security attacks on rail companies. Through DVA, policy holders will be eligible for discounts from insurance provider Hiscox, based […]

Insurance Regulation

ABI Issues Insurance Reminder to Companies Stockpiling for Brexit

The Association of British Insurers (ABI) is urging companies who are stockpiling goods and raw materials ahead of Brexit to check that they remain fully insured. This comes amid widespread reports that, from car parts […]

Emerging Risk

Cyber Scout Uses Partnerships to Boost Offer in Asian Markets

CyberScout, the gold standard in identity and data defence services, is pleased to announce two new global partnerships that will introduce accessible cyber insurance solutions in Southeast Asia.   Individuals and small to medium-size businesses will receive CyberScout’s award-winning, best-in-class […]

Insurance & Reinsurance

Reinsurance: Willis Towers Watson Takes Position on Catastrophe Cover in Italy

Willis Towers Watson Securities, the securities arm of Willis Re, acted as Lead Structuring Agent and Sole Bookrunner on a €45 million catastrophe bond for UnipolSai Assicurazioni S.p.A (“UnipolSai”), the multi-business insurance company of the […]